1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 160 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 15 | GT |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
